ROSACEA (PINK FACE)

Rosacea is a very common skin condition characterised by permanent redness around the centre of the face. Most often the redness gradually spreads to cheeks, forehead, chin and even ears chest and back.

Depending on the severity and symptoms, rosacea can be categorised as:

• Erythematotelangiectatic rosacea: Redness, flushing, visible blood vessels. 
• Papulopustular rosacea: Redness, swelling, and acne-like breakouts. 
• Phymatous rosacea: Skin thickens and has a bumpy texture. 
• Ocular rosacea: Eyes red and irritated, eyelids can be swollen.

Signs and Symptoms

• Easy blushing and flushing of the facial skin
• Warm, swollen, red skin
• Small red bumps, pimples
• Broken dilated superficial blood vessels
• Prominent and enlarged pores over nose, chin and cheeks

Treatment

At Christell we provide a combination of medication, skin care routines and treatments to control your Rosacea. Depending on the severity of the condition, our cosmetologists will create a treatment plan for you.
There’s no specific test for Rosacea; it is usually diagnosed with a complete medical history and physical examination by a dermatologist or cosmetologist.